Another of Cornwall’s former mining villages, St Agnes is huddled beside some of the wildest, most rugged coast in north Cornwall. Here the cliff tops are littered with the haunting remnants of engine houses and mine shafts, perched above sandy coves, rocky inlets and gnarly waves. Known amongst the surfing community as Cornwall’s legendary ’Badlands’, many of the breaks here aren’t for beginners, but there are plenty of sheltered bays perfect for wild swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. Back on land you can tuck into fine Cornish cuisine, climb to St Agnes Beacon and soak up the views, or ease into beach life with your buckets, spades and a cone of lip–smacking local ice cream. Porthtowan and Portreath neighbour St Agnes and offer large golden beaches and some of the best surf in the county. From the central location on the north coast, visit some of Cornwall's most iconic harbour towns, including Padstow and Newquay. Cornish Gems offer a beautiful collection of luxury cottages, houses and apartments in and around this area, begin your search below. Perranporth offers miles of sandy beach, rockpools, sand dunes and so much more. The Watering Hole is right on the beach and one stop shop for local beers, light lunches and laid back beach vibe.
New for 2023, an idyllic, tucked away cottage close to the coast
Prices from £890 for 7 nights
£32 pppn
A beautiful rural cottage located moments from the coast
Prices from £1395 for 7 nights
£33 pppn
An incredible Cornish home set on the cliffs at Trevaunance Cove.
Prices from £3525 for 7 nights
£50 pppn
"A characterful home settled within beautiful countryside, yet just moments from the coast"
Prices from £1095 for 7 nights
£26 pppn
A beautiful private home set in a leafy tree setting just moments from Perranporth and the North Coast. 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, large terrace.
Prices from £1518 for 7 nights
£36 pppn
A beautiful oasis of coastal and rural charm in North Cornwall created just for you two.
Prices from £725 for 7 nights
£52 pppn
An uplifting countryside retreat, close to the North Coast
Prices from £725 for 7 nights
£52 pppn